Mumbai, April 7: Strengthening the city’s fast-growing urban transit network, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority has launched new operational stretches of Mumbai Metro Line 9 and Line 2B on April 7, 2026. The move is expected to significantly ease congestion and improve connectivity for lakhs of daily commuters across the western and eastern suburbs.

The newly opened section of Line 9 covers a 4.5 km stretch between Dahisar and Kashigaon, offering a faster alternative to the traffic-heavy Western Express Highway. This corridor is especially beneficial for residents of Mira-Bhayander, who have long faced road congestion during peak hours. Mumbai Metro Line 9 Phase 1: Kashigaon to Dahisar Stretch Likely To Open on April 3.

Metro Line 9 Stations (Dahisar to Kashigaon):

  • Dahisar

  • Pandurang Wadi

  • Miragaon

  • Kashigaon

A key highlight is the seamless interchange at Dahisar with Mumbai Metro Line 7, allowing direct travel toward Andheri East without changing platforms. It also connects efficiently with Line 2A, enhancing cross-city mobility.

At the same time, a 5.53 km stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 2B has been opened between Chembur and Mandale. This marks a crucial step toward completing the larger 23.6 km corridor linking D.N. Nagar to Mandale. Why Is There a ‘Staircase to Nowhere’ at Mumbai Metro Aqua Line’s Cuffe Parade Station? MMRCL Responds After Photo Goes Viral.

Metro Line 2B Stations (Chembur to Mandale):

  • Diamond Garden

  • Shivaji Chowk

  • BSNL Metro

  • Mankhurd

  • Mandale

The Line 2B extension is expected to ease pressure on the suburban rail network, particularly the Harbour Line, while improving connectivity in key residential zones like Mankhurd and Chembur. Authorities anticipate reduced traffic congestion along major routes such as the Sion-Panvel Highway.

Officials from MMRDA emphasized that these expansions are part of Mumbai’s long-term mobility plan aimed at reducing dependence on private vehicles and promoting sustainable public transport. Future phases of Line 2B will further connect major commercial hubs including Kurla and Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).

With over 300 km of metro corridors planned, Mumbai’s transport infrastructure is undergoing a major transformation. The latest rollout of Lines 9 and 2B represents another milestone in building a faster, more efficient, and interconnected urban transit system for the city.

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